Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, honored winners of the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Excellence Award 2026, recognizing federal entities and public sector professionals for achievements in government performance, innovation and national development.
The awards highlighted work across artificial intelligence, sustainability, digital transformation, healthcare and public services, reflecting the UAE’s focus on improving government efficiency and competitiveness.
The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources won the Best Entity in Artificial Intelligence Applications award, while the Ministry of Interior received the award for adopting innovative solutions. The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority was recognized for contributing to the UAE’s global leadership and competitiveness.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation was named the leading ministry among entities with more than 500 employees. The Ministry of Economy and Tourism won among smaller ministries. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security led the larger authorities category, while the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources won among smaller authorities.
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment shared the award for partnership and integration. Sheikh Suroor bin Mohammed Al Nahyan also received the Mohammed bin Rashid Sash for his decades of national service.
Source: Fast Company Middle East
